disease prevention

The Philosophy and Practice of Health Preservation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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The Philosophy and Practice of Health Preservation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Health preservation, also known as health maintenance or Daoist health cultivation, refers to the methods and philosophies aimed at protecting and enhancing life. It encompasses all practices beneficial to physical and mental health, such as diet, exercise, breathing, and emotional regulation. During the Pre-Qin period, three academic schools focused on health preservation: the health preservers, … Read more

Understanding Cupping Therapy: Common Misconceptions and Precautions

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Understanding Cupping Therapy: Common Misconceptions and Precautions

Cupping therapy, also known as “suction cup therapy” or historically referred to as “jiao fa”, is a method that utilizes cups as tools, employing heating and suction techniques to create negative pressure within the cups. This allows the cups to adhere to specific acupuncture points (腧穴, shùxué) or areas of the body, causing local skin … Read more

The Six Excesses and Seven Emotions as Root Causes of Disease

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The Six Excesses and Seven Emotions as Root Causes of Disease

Grandpa Wang, what is the cause of my illness? I don’t drink or smoke. Well, people eat grains and develop various diseases; just get it treated! Why do I have so many ailments? I used to be very healthy and never got sick or took medicine! A hero does not speak of past glories; this … Read more

Key Points for Inquiry and Symptomatic Treatment of Skin Allergies (Including Combination Therapy)

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Key Points for Inquiry and Symptomatic Treatment of Skin Allergies (Including Combination Therapy)

Skin allergies, also known as “sensitive” skin diseases, refer to abnormal phenomena such as redness, swelling, itching, peeling, and allergic dermatitis that occur when the skin is stimulated by various factors, such as cosmetics, chemical agents, pollen, certain foods, and polluted air. 1. Common Causes 1. Aging, stress, mental tension, and depression, along with prolonged … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to Acupuncture Points: Functions and Effects

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Comprehensive Guide to Acupuncture Points: Functions and Effects

It is well known that the human body is home to numerous acupuncture points. These points not only serve as connections for the flow of energy within the body but also play a crucial role in disease prevention. Many ailments can be treated through massage and stimulation of these acupuncture points, as exemplified by the … Read more

A Correct Understanding of Qi in Qigong

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A Correct Understanding of Qi in Qigong

The term “Qigong” originates from ancient understandings of Qi. Some have proposed using Qigong terminology to replace ancient concepts of “breathing” and “regulating Qi” due to their close relationship with Qi cultivation. With the rise of modern Qigong practice, it has become widely recognized as a synonym for health and disease prevention. The breathing and … Read more

Guidelines for Cupping Therapy

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Guidelines for Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy is a treatment method that uses cups as tools to create a vacuum by burning or compressing air inside the cup, causing it to adhere to the skin surface. This generates extensive stimulation, leading to local congestion or bruising, thereby achieving disease prevention and treatment, and body strengthening. The following are common precautions … Read more